This chocolate banana smoothie is super simple and extra delicious. It’s creamy, flavorful, and quick to make!
Typically, I’m an orange smoothie, lemonade, or tea type of gal, but this chocolate banana smoothie is so good I just can’t get over it!
What you need for Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie:
- Frozen Banana
- Milk
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Creamy Peanut Butter
Pro Tip: Freeze the banana in chunks or slices so it’s easy for your blender to blend up.
How to make chocolate banana smoothie?
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. It’s that easy!
- Garnish with chocolate chips and fresh banana slices.
Why add peanut butter?
Peanut Butter adds a good flavor balance and thickness to the smoothie.
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Why is my smoothie not smooth?
Depending on the power of your blender it might have trouble blending things really well.
Vitamix and Breville have high powered blenders that make things very smooth, but if using a different brand feel free to try blending in smaller batches to get the smoothie more smooth.
Substitutions:
Peanut Butter: Use any nut butter in place of peanut butter, it will change the flavor and texture a bit but still be delicious.
Milk: Use any milk substitute you enjoy. Depending on the fat content of the alternate milk will change the creaminess of the smoothie.
If you like this recipe, make sure to check out my banana ice cream, strawberry shortcake cupcakes, and my favorite buttermilk chocolate cake! Or for more breakfast recipes try my breakfast burritos, cinnamon pull apart, or coffee cake!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 large frozen ripe banana
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbs creamy peanut butter*
Instructions
- In a blender, add the banana, milk, cocoa powder and peanut butter. Blend on high until combined. Add more milk if it needs to be thinned.1 large frozen ripe banana, 1 cup milk, 2 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tbs creamy peanut butter*
Notes
- *Peanut Butter is optional but recommended. It adds a good flavor balance and thickness to the smoothie.
- Substitutions:
- Peanut Butter: Use any nut butter in place of peanut butter, it will change the flavor and texture a bit but still be delicious.
- Milk: Use any milk substitute you enjoy. Depending on the fat content of the alternate milk will change the creaminess of the smoothie.
Nutrition
This post and recipe were updated on 8/21/2024
Stephanie says
I love to make smoothies - such a great way to get some extra healthy foods in 🙂 This one looks so delicious and easy!
Lisa says
I agree! Thank you!
Mirlene | Savory Thoughts says
You had me at chocolate and strawberries. This smoothie sounds so healthy. And the chia seeds will also help you stay full longer. I"m a big fan of chocolate anything so this is right up my ally
Lisa says
Yes I love chia seeds for that! And chocolate ans strawberry are one of my favorite combos!
April says
Your chocolate and strawberry smoothie sounds wonderful. I don't eat chocolate and strawberry combo anything. It actually upsets my stomach but I'm wondering if my stomach will like this smoothie. It is healthy so maybe so.
Lisa says
Thank you! I'm so sorry you can't do the combo!
Camila says
Your photography is beautiful! You're killing it, Lisa!! Great job, my friend!! I am loving your blog!! So happy to be following your work!
Traci | The Petite Chef says
This sounds perfect! Chocolate + a fruit (especially strawberry) is such a great combination. I love it in desserts and in healthy smoothies like this one just as much. Yum!
Lisa says
Thanks! I love the combo too!